About: nathanrivalland
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- Nathan Rivalland is a journalist with the Times News Group. He covers community news, lifestyle and sport across the Surf Coast, Bellarine and Geelong.
July 16, 2025
Stone secures top state gong
A PASSIONATE Lara local has been recognised for her commitment to her community at this year's Community Clubs Victoria Awards. Carol Stone from the Lara...
July 14, 2025
Geelong to give the gift of independence
GEELONG locals are being called upon to get behind the Petbarn Foundation's 12th annual Seeing Eye Dogs Appeal. The national initiative aims to raise vital...
July 13, 2025
Invention to stay warmer in the water
A TORQUAY inventor is hoping to reignite his legacy in the surf fraternity with a rebranded product. More than two decades ago, Chris Lyons invented...
July 13, 2025
Clayton-Goodie makes international squad
A GEELONG cyclist has achieved her biggest competitive feat to date, earning selection in the Australian squad for the 2025 UCI Para-cycling Road World...
July 13, 2025
Russell powers towards world championships
A GEELONG Canoe Club champion is looking to make a splash is his international competition debut later this month. 17-year-old Thomas Russell has been selected...
July 11, 2025
Fire under control at Cunningham Pier
FIRE Rescue Victoria has responded to stop a fire at Cunningham Pier in Geelong earlier this morning (Friday, July 11). Emergency services were called to...
July 10, 2025
Venom sign Clinch Hoycard
GEELONG Venom has made another key signing ahead of their second season in the Women's National Basketball League (WNBL). The league's newest expansion side has...
July 10, 2025
Geelong dominate emerging player squads
THE Geelong Cricket Club is celebrating the selection of 30 of its talented junior players into the 2025/2026 Cricket Victoria Emerging Player Programs. The Emerging...
July 8, 2025
Search continues for missing Torquay man
LOCAL police are appealing for public assistance to help find a missing Torquay local. 58-year-old man Harvey was last seen on Koomeela Rise in Torquay...
July 8, 2025
Grants to create a fairer Geelong community
THE Give Where You Live Foundation is distributing more than $495,000 in grant funding to 23 local organisations working to create a fairer local...
July 7, 2025
Expanded drought support available for local farmers
FARMERS across the Geelong regopn are facing increasing pressure as dry conditions continue to bite. In response, the Victorian government has announced a $67.2 million...
July 7, 2025
World-first product safety standards to save babies’ lives
AUSTRALIA has launched world-first product safety standard aimed at helping parents reduce infant mortality rates due to Sudden Unexpected Death in Infancy (SUDI) and...
July 6, 2025
10cc’s dreadlock holiday
Legendary art rock band 10cc are set to dazzle with their ultimate hits in Geelong later this month. The global hitmakers will be grooving into...
July 4, 2025
Costelloe and co going dry in July
GEELONG business leader and philanthropist Rory Costelloe is helping to lead the charge for this year's Dry July campaign. Mr Costelloe, teammate and captain Billy...
July 3, 2025
Free parking on the way for central Geelong
FREE two-hour parking will soon be available across central Geelong in an effort to support local business and revitalise the region. Community members and visitors...
July 1, 2025
Whale washes up near Great Ocean Road
A WHALE carcass has washed up off Carisbrook Creek, Wongarra between Kennett River and Skenes Creek, leading to advice being issued to avoid the...
July 1, 2025
Australian classics with Kate Ceberano
AUSTRALIAN musical icon Kate Ceberano will be bringing her powerhouse vocals to Geelong early next month. Ceberano will be playing at the Geelong Art's Centre's...
July 1, 2025
AFL Barwon fly into new partnership
AFL Barwon has locked in a new partnership with Geelong waxing and spray tan salon Brazilian Butterfly. Brazilian Butterfly will have the naming rights for...
July 1, 2025
Local umpire levels up
A MOUNT Duneed local is one step closer to his dream of becoming an AFL umpire following his selection in the state development team. Tom...
June 29, 2025
Cats to move forward after Lions defeat
GEELONG Cats coach Chris Scott said his side won't be dwelling too long on last Friday's loss to the Brisbane Lions. The Cats went down...
June 29, 2025
National Wool Museum celebrate sustainable fashion innovation
A SYDNEY designer has been crowned the winner of Geelong's $10,000 We the Makers Sustainable Fashion Prize. Shiva Yousefpour was awarded top honours for her...
June 27, 2025
Anderson to make long-awaited return for Torquay
TORQUAY Tigers gun forward Lucas Anderson will play his first game in more than 400 days tomorrow (Saturday, June 28) against Portarlington. The 2023 Les...
June 27, 2025
Avoid mid-life crisis with a simple eye check
A NEW national survey has revealed many Australians aged 35-50 are struggling with blurry or unclear vision during everyday tasks. The vast majority remain unaware...
June 26, 2025
QMF announce more acts
QUEENSCLIFF Music Festival has locked in more all-star acts to take to the stage during this year's edition of the coastal celebration. Joining the lineup...
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